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Airbus Officials to Discuss Plane Sale to Iran Sunday

Golrokh Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Officials with the European aircraft manufacturer Airbus will arrive in the Iranian capital on Sunday to talk about the sale of passenger aircrafts, but the American counterpart Boeing will not send any representatives due to visa problems, an Iranian official said on Saturday.

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Axis of Resistance Dealt Fatal Blows to Takfiris, Hezbollah Official Says

Golrokh Askarieh - January 23, 2016

The Lebanese Hezbollah Resistance Movement’s second-in-command, Sheikh Naim Qassem, highlighted the recent advances of the movement against Takfiri (extremist) currents in the region, stressing the Axis of Resistance has dealt “fatal blows” to these groups.

Economy

Iran main taker company envisages bourse listing

Golrokh Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Iran’s largest oil tanker company says it is envisioning an international listing of its shares just as it prepares for its first sail to the European Union since 2012.

Economy

Canada jet maker eyes Iran despite strains

Golrokh Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Bombardier, the Montreal-based manufacturer of planes and trains, is exploring how to enter the Iranian market now that western anti-Iran sanctions have been lifted. This is while the company faces challenges that confront all Canadian businesses looking to deal in Iran, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation reported.

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China’s leader seeks ‘new chapter’ in ties with Iran

Golrokh Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Chinese President Xi Jinping, the first head of state visiting Iran since sanctions were lifted on Tehran, is poised to sign letters of intent with the Islamic Republic for a new chapter in strategic economic cooperation.

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Determination and effort will foil enemy plots: Leader

Emad Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says “firm determination” and “ceaseless effort” of all Iranian youths and university students is the only way to foil enemy plots.

Economy

Greece refiner agrees to resume Iran oil purchase

Emad Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Greece’s main oil refiner Hellenic Petroleum has reached an agreement with Iran for importing crude oil now that international sanctions have been lifted on Tehran.

Asia

Chinese President Starts Official Visit to Tehran

Emad Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Tehran Friday night for a state visit to Iran aimed at further boosting the traditional friendship and economic engagement between the two countries.

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Iran to Announce Results of Probe into Attacks on Saudi Missions: Deputy FM

Emad Askarieh - January 23, 2016

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said the country plans to announce the results of its investigation into attacks on the Saudi embassy in Tehran and the Saudi consulate in Mashahd in the near future.

Foreign Policy

Tehran, Riyadh can accommodate each other: Zarif

Emad Askarieh - January 21, 2016

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic does not seek any tensions with Saudi Arabia, and that the two Muslim countries can coexist peacefully.

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50 HR Organizations Call for Cancellation of Saudi Membership in UNHRC

Emad Askarieh - January 21, 2016

Fifty Arab human rights organizations drew attention to Saudi Arabia’s onslaught against civilians in Yemen, calling for efforts to have the Arab country stripped of its membership in the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).

Foreign Policy

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack on Pakistani University

Emad Askarieh - January 20, 2016

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari on Wednesday strongly denounced a deadly attack earlier in the day on Bacha Khan University in Pakistan, which killed at least 21 people.

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IRGC Commander: Iran to Foil Zionist Plot to Disintegrate Iraq, Syria

Emad Askarieh - January 20, 2016

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari warned against a plot hatched by the Zionist regime of Israel and its main ally, the US, to break up Iraq and Syria and made assurances that Iran will thwart the scheme.

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New Report Sheds Light on Israeli Violence against Journalists in 2015

Golrokh Askarieh - January 20, 2016

A new report prepared for the Islamic Radios and Televisions Union revealed atrocities committed by the Israeli regime against journalists across the occupied territories.

Foreign Policy

Iran-Pakistan military power deters foreign plots: Shamkhani

Golrokh Askarieh - January 20, 2016

The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Ali Shamkhani, says the military power of Iran and Pakistan has so far deterred many foreign plots and mischief.

Economy

Kuwaiti banks ready for cooperation with Iran in post-sanction era

Golrokh Askarieh - January 20, 2016

Kuwaiti banks and businesses are ready for resuming cooperation with Iranian banks, Kuwaiti daily al-Rai said on Tuesday.

Foreign Policy

Iran’s response to US to come where it matters: General

Golrokh Askarieh - January 20, 2016

A senior Iranian commander says the Islamic Republic will resolutely and relentlessly continue to upgrade its defense and missile capabilities despite hostilities, adding that Iran's response to the US will come where it matters.

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Iran key to stability in Middle East: Steinmeier

Emad Askarieh - January 19, 2016

The German foreign minister has emphasized the role of Iran in efforts to establish security in the troubled Middle East, expressing hope for and end to Iran-Saudi tensions.

Economy